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  • October 3, 2013 at 7:10 am #77431
    nigegt
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    Is it just me or are more people pulling out their dishwashers for whatever reason and seeing the plug / pipe stuck to the back and then being convinced it is over heating and being “Lucky that it didn’t catch fire”

    And no mater how much you explain and check the temperature they won’t have it? There is a video popped up three months ago on youtube “warning people” too which doesn’t help either.

    Nige

    October 3, 2013 at 4:27 pm #402170
    stratfordgirl
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    Re: How many?

    I don’t recall many customers overly concerned, but I always advise them not to pull the dishwasher out if they ask.

    A quick Google search reveals that tar can start to melt at around 50 deg C. Since most dishwashers reach between 60 and 70 degrees in the final rinse, its no surprise the tar based backing will soften over time and stick to the plug.

    We all know though that it’s a stupid place to install a plug, particularly for integrated appliances, as the plug (and for that matter taps and waste) should be located to allow easy access for safe isolation and maintenance.

    October 3, 2013 at 4:35 pm #402171
    Andy jones
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    Re: How many?

    I did have one once where the plug had stuck to the back, the dishwasher must have been move a couple of mill and the socket burnt out due to a poor connection


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